05/07/2013

We were eager to breathe in the delicious Cambria air of the central coast area of California.

August 13th of 2012 changed our lives forever when John due to a 1 in a million bleed to his carotid artery experienced a devastating stroke which changed his life and our families lives in an instance.

He spent 4 months in a rehab hospital and three more months in day treatment. John's rehab remains ongoing.

Our family has tasted the sorrow of almost losing him. Each day as we watch his determination to walk, talk, and work again, we also have learned to not take the simple pleasures of a blue sky, the rustle of leaves in the wind, Cambria simplicity, and not to forget the goodness of all who have helped John recover.

With the help of our son, John walked into our Storybook for the first time since his stroke.

One big miracle and many small steps to recovery with many more to come.

03/31/2013

01/01/2013

Wishing all my blog friends best wishes for a healthy and happy New Year! Thank you friends for leaving comments of encouragement on my last post. This is a little corner of the ramp that made it possible for John's wheelchair to reach the back door. The slope to the house is very steep. Our friend, Tina, coordinated this project. We said goodbye to 2012 along with the rest of the world in the Storybook Cottage last night. Life for now isn't as it was but I see a crack of light that promises a sweet tomorrow.
Hugs.....